RN / Registered Nurse - Hospice Admissions
About The Position
Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a dedicated Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse to serve patients in Woodbury, Minnesota, and the Washington, Dakota, and Ramsey County coverage area. The nurse visits people referred for hospice care in settings such as homes, hospitals, and nursing facilities. The role provides patient-centered care while helping patients and families understand hospice services and make informed decisions. The nurse explains services, discusses goals of care, answers questions, and obtains required consents and legal documents. The role also involves gathering medical history, medications, and symptoms; conducting comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility under Medicare or insurance guidelines; coordinating the start of services; collaborating with the interdisciplinary team; and maintaining accurate, timely documentation. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
- Current licensure to practice in the state of operation.
- One year of hospice nursing experience; experience in a similar setting such as long-term care, intensive care, or an emergency room may be considered in place of hospice experience.
- Licensed driver with an automobile insured according to state or organizational requirements and in good working order.
- Maintain current CPR certification in states where required.
Nice To Haves
- Three or more years of hospice nursing experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Visit patients referred for hospice care in homes, hospitals, nursing facilities, and other settings.
- Explain hospice services, discuss goals and care with patients and families, answer questions, and obtain necessary consents and legal documents.
- Obtain medical history, current medications, and symptoms.
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility under Medicare or insurance guidelines.
- Coordinate the start of services, including nursing, aides, equipment, and medications.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, including up to $5,000 for childcare
- Tuition discounts and reimbursement
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Mileage reimbursement
- Wellness and discount programs, including Noom, SkinIO virtual skin cancer screening, childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, and travel and entertainment discounts
- Flexible scheduling options
- Job stability and regular advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
